The Double Life of a High-Functioning Alcoholic

Addiction, Lies, and the Courage to Quit Drinking Alcohol

By: Howard Kane

Narrated by: Benjamin Powell

You don’t have to hit rock bottom to realize alcohol is wrecking your life. Sometimes, it just takes one honest look in the mirror.

Dave seemed to have it all. A successful career, a loving family, the respect of everyone around him. But behind the polished surface, he was drinking in secret, convincing himself it wasn’t a problem. No arrests. No missed meetings. Just a few drinks to relax… until the blackouts, the lies, and the fear he couldn’t escape.

The Double Life of a High-Functioning Alcoholic is a raw, memoir-style novel inspired by Howard Kane’s own sobriety journey. It takes you inside the hidden world of high-functioning addiction where success becomes a mask, denial runs deep, and every drink feels both normal and dangerous.

This is not a guide or a how-to. It’s the intimate story of secrets, consequences, and the dangerous illusion that “everything is under control.”

Buy now and step inside a powerful story of struggle, survival, and recovery.

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Inspirational

This audiobook is very instructional and filled with personal anecdotes that really drive the message home. The author was definitely vulnerable in putting this together. I think it'll help a lot of people. Great narration, too.

Raw, eye opening, and deeply relatable

Howard Kane shines a light on the hidden struggles so many face but few talk about. This memoir style novel is honest, gripping, and full of hard truths about high functioning alcoholism. It’s not just a story of addiction, it’s a story of courage, healing, and hope. A must read for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol.

Powerful

Wow, this audiobook really hit me... I just had to stop and think for a minute. The narration was so raw and honest, with a voice that felt so real, you could hear the emotion in every single word. The performance was just so compelling. It's a great listen, and the production quality is top-notch. It truly felt like I was right there with the narrator…powerful.

Secrets Revelled

This book provided the secrets of an alcholic in which how they survive the day and what they must do to hide their drinking.

eye opener!

This audiobook floored me with how real and relatable it felt. It shows a side of alcohol addiction that most people never see—the kind hidden behind success, stability, and a smile. The writing is sharp but deeply personal, pulling you into the quiet unraveling of someone who “looks fine” yet is battling demons in secret. What I appreciated most is the mix of raw storytelling and practical insights, especially the Sober Toolkit, which makes this more than just a memoir. It’s honest, vulnerable, and ultimately hopeful. A must-listen for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol.